participating in the blockade of the Elbe in 1848 and the blockade of the Kiel Fjord in 1849 while still a Cadet
a defected Red Army general
When the grades were awarded to recognize war merit they had a black ribbon with red and white along the exterior edges
measuring 870 mm in length and weighing 444 grams
the stem with a knotted design
Germany, Imperial. A Mixed Lot Of First World War Patriotic Badges United Republic of participating in the blockade of(Abzeichen). A mixed lot of three First World War patriotic badges, including: 1. An ornate Dual Alliance badge, constructed of gilded bronze with multi coloured enamels, the obverse featuring arabesques designs topped by stylized coats of arms of Austria Hungary and Germany, horizontal pinback, unmarked, measuring 39 mm (w) x 25 mm (h), in extremely fine condition. 2. A propaganda badge, constructed of silvered bronze with multi coloured enamels, the